Develop patient-centered treatment plans and coordinate mental health care in Whangārei

Occupational Therapist - Tumanako & Sub Acute - MHAS - Whangarei

Permanent, part-time role working 64-hours per fortnight (0.8FTE) in the Tumanako Inpatient and He Manu Pae Sub Acute units at Whangārei Hospital

Make a genuine difference in the lives of people experiencing mental health challenges while working within a supportive multidisciplinary team

Supportive team culture with opportunities to develop specialist skills in mental health occupational therapy

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As an Occupational Therapist, you will deliver high-quality, client-centred assessment and intervention within the Tumanako Inpatient and He Manu Pae Sub Acute Units. Your day will involve working closely with tangata whaiora to develop personalised plans that support recovery, independence, and successful reintegration into the community.

You will participate in a multidisciplinary team environment, contributing to care planning, therapeutic programmes, and discharge planning. This role offers variety and challenge, from facilitating therapeutic groups to completing comprehensive assessments and collaborating with community services to ensure continuity of care.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our multidisciplinary mental health inpatient team in Whangārei is committed to delivering compassionate, culturally responsive care. You will work alongside experienced clinicians in a collaborative environment focused on recovery and wellbeing.

About You

As an Occupational Therapist, you will bring a strong clinical foundation and passion for mental health care, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

  • Current registration and practising certificate with The Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand
  • Experience working in a mental health setting (inpatient experience is desirable)
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build therapeutic relationships
  • Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to culturally safe practice
  • Ability to contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 3 September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera on NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Job Details

Job Reference: WHA00308

Location: North Island - Northland - Whangarei

Job Type: Permanent Part time

Expertise: Clinical - Mental Health - Occupational Therapist

Closes: 03-Sep-2026

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